A handful of content creators have been testing out the service for the last several weeks, and it is just now beginning to roll out to the public. Setup couldn't be simpler: just check the box to broadcast the Hangout before you begin, confirm your YouTube credentials, and start recording. Your Hangout will start broadcasting live on your Google+ page, YouTube Channel, and any site where you embedded the live player.

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After you've finished broadcasting, the video will be saved on your YouTube page for easy archiving. If you're looking to start a live video podcast, or simply want to broadcast your thoughts live for all your friends to see, it's hard to imagine a simpler system.